Identifying Stakeholders for a New Community Initiative

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2/6/22

The Bowery Mission organization is one of the organizations founded to address homelessness poverty and provide humanitarian assistance to the displaced people in New York. The Bowery Mission is the earliest organization in New York, officially formed in 1879 by Rev Ruliffson. This organization was in financial problems after the death of its founder around 1895. Christian Herald took over the organization to revive it and prevent its fall. "The Bowery Mission has remained within ten blocks of its original location, demonstrating Christian Herald's deep commitment to healing shattered lives in New York City" (Bowery Mission, n.d). Values of this Mission are founded under the pillars of Christian faith, as missionary work had started in the USA.

The Bowery Mission Organization is today acknowledged as New Yorks best performing non-governmental organization. As the Mission spread the gospel of Christianity, it has successfully initiated programs to eradicate poverty, despair, ignorance and transform the livers of the homeless in New York City by providing housing other social services. Bowery Missions main objective is to bestow humane care, protection, care and improved livelihood to the homeless people in New York. The core values that guide the Mission include; "honour God in everything you do, maintain integrity and excellence in programs and services, build relationships based on trust and respect, and practice responsible stewardship" (Bowery Mission, n.d). These values are why Bowery Mission has been accepted in the community and fits nicely among the community members. The people are given the power to choose the homes relevant to their necessities rendering a shift in their plight to social-economic stability. The Mission's other outreach programs and services include guidance and counselling, medical assistance, technical/ vocational training, life skills, and spiritual guidance, among others. The Bowery Organization accepts clothes, food, medicine, and financial support. "Hygiene items (new, travel-size only): hand sanitiser, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, shaving cream, nail clippers, razors, baby/body wipes and feminine hygiene products (only in unopened, fully sealed outer packaging — individual pieces cannot be accepted)" (Bowery Mission, n.d). Laid down protocols have to be followed up, primarily due to the covid-19 pandemic.

The New York City community has always been part of the Bowery Mission decision-making process. The Mission recruits volunteers from the community who assist the organization in running its daily activities. The board members and the advisory council are part of the NYC community. Community members join the organization freely and voluntarily and can participate in the decision-making process. The Mission also depends on donations from partners and well-wishers to fund its humanitarian services. The preliminary information on the Bowery website is the Donate Menu, About Us, Get Involved, Get Help and the Home icon. Contact addresses and information on this mission's developments, upcoming events, and achievements are also indicated on the organization's website. The Bowery Mission has partnered with other organizations like the New York Hope in NYC to address homelessness and change the lives of the needy in the community. 

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